Bangalore to Ooty 3-Day Trip Including Toy Train Ride and Chocolate Factory Visit

Day 1: Drive to Ooty

Bangalore to Ooty, India on April 25, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at MTR, Bangalore

Start your road trip with a delicious South Indian breakfast at Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR), renowned for its dosas and filter coffee.
INR300, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive towards Ooty via Bandipur

Begin the scenic drive to Ooty on NH275, enjoying lush landscapes en route with a brief pause near Bandipur National Park boundary.
Fuel costs applicable, 3h30m

11:30am

Short Stop at Bandipur National Park Boundary

Quick stop to catch glimpses of wildlife and take photographs near the park boundary, though no formal safari scheduled.
Free, 30m

12:00pm

Continue Drive to Ooty

Proceed towards Ooty through scenic Nilgiri hills for approximately 2.5 hours.
Fuel costs applicable, 2h30m

2:30pm

Lunch at Local Restaurant near Gudalur

Enjoy authentic South Indian meals including fresh vegetable curries at a local eatery along the route.
INR350, 1h0m

3:30pm

Check-in at Hotel, Ooty

Arrive and rest at your chosen hotel, such as The Fern Hill Resort, to freshen up after your drive.
Hotel cost, 1h0m

4:30pm

Visit Ooty Rose Garden

Explore Asia’s largest rose garden with thousands of rose varieties; open until 6:00 PM, ideal for a late afternoon stroll.
INR20, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Earl's Secret

Dine in a colonial-style setting with a blend of continental and Indian dishes surrounded by garden views.
INR700, 1h0m
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Day 2: Ooty Sightseeing with Toy Train

Ooty, India on April 26, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a fresh breakfast featuring local teas and baked goods to start your day right.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Ooty Toy Train Ride (Ooty to Coonoor)

Take the famous Nilgiri Mountain Railway toy train for about a 1h15m scenic ride to Coonoor, enjoying stunning hill scenery. The train departs early morning; check schedule to catch the 8:30 AM or 9:00 AM departure.
INR150-300, 1h15m

9:45am

Explore Coonoor Market and Visit Sim’s Park

Walk around Coonoor market and visit Sim’s Park, a beautiful botanical garden with diverse plants. Park open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
INR20, 1h0m

11:00am

Return Toy Train Ride to Ooty

Board the toy train back to Ooty, soaking in fresh views during the return journey.
Included in earlier fare, 1h15m

12:30pm

Lunch at Shinkows Chinese Restaurant

Relish authentic Chinese specialties such as dumplings and noodles at a popular local eatery.
INR500, 1h0m

1:45pm

Visit Ooty Chocolate Factory (King's Cliff or Auroville Chocolate Factory)

Tour the local chocolate factory to learn about the chocolate-making process and sample fresh handcrafted chocolates; open until 5:00 PM.
Free entry, purchase optional, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Botanical Gardens

Stroll through Ooty’s Botanical Gardens showcasing rare and exotic plants; open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
INR30, 1h0m

4:15pm

Boating on Ooty Lake

Engage in a relaxing pedal boat ride on Ooty Lake, open till 5:00 PM.
INR60, 45m

6:00pm

Dinner at Culinarium

Enjoy contemporary fusion cuisine created with fresh local ingredients in an elegant atmosphere.
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 3: Return to Bangalore

Ooty to Bangalore, India on April 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have a hearty breakfast at your hotel to prepare for your travel back to Bangalore.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Depart Ooty for Bangalore

Begin your approximately 6-hour drive back to Bangalore via NH275 with scenic hill views.
Fuel costs applicable, 6h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Kamat Lokaruchi near Mysore

Stop for a traditional Karnataka thali meal at this popular highway restaurant close to Mysore.
INR400, 1h0m

3:30pm

Continue Drive to Bangalore

Complete your return journey with pleasant countryside views as you approach Bangalore.
Fuel costs applicable, 2h30m
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